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The Ins and Outs of Reintegration Therapy in Family Law Cases in Colorado with Dr. Kathleen McNamara | Episode 213

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    Welcome back to another insightful episode of Divorce at Altitude. This week, host Amy Goscha is joined by Dr. McNamara, a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience working with families navigating the complexities of divorce and two-home parenting. Together, they explore the topic of reintegration therapy and its role in family law cases.

    Episode Highlights:
    – Introduction to Reintegration Therapy: Dr. McNamara explains what reintegration therapy is and how it is defined by Colorado law, specifically in the context of the recent 2023 changes to 14-10-127.5, known as Cadence Law. The focus is on reestablishing or strengthening the relationship between a child and a parent with whom contact has been strained or lost.
    – The Role of Therapy in High-Conflict Cases: Amy and Dr. McNamara discuss the challenges of parenting in two households, especially in high-conflict situations where children may resist or refuse contact with one parent. The episode highlights how therapy can provide guidance, emotional support, and tools to help families navigate these difficult dynamics.
    – Family Therapy vs. Reintegration Therapy: Learn the key differences between general family therapy and reintegration therapy. While both aim to improve relationships, reintegration therapy specifically addresses parent-child contact issues in situations where relationships have been disrupted.
    – Impact of Recent Legislation: Dr. McNamara explains how Cadence Law impacts reintegration therapy, especially in cases involving allegations of abuse or domestic violence. The law now prohibits the court from removing a child from a protective parent or restricting contact with a protective parent to improve the relationship with the accused parent, fundamentally changing the approach in these cases.

    Key Discussions:
    – Therapy Structure and Expectations: Dr. McNamara outlines the structure of reintegration therapy, emphasizing that it is a goal-driven, flexible process tailored to each family’s unique circumstances. She discusses how therapy can last several months to over a year, depending on the needs and progress of the family.
    – Measuring Success in Reintegration Therapy: The episode delves into how success is measured in reintegration therapy, including milestones like improved communication, increased comfort in joint sessions, and the rebuilding of trust between parent and child.
    – The Role of CLRs (Child Legal Representatives): Amy and Dr. McNamara highlight the importance of CLR

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    Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

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